The day starts out like any other. Your crew arrives early at a client’s property—an older maple is leaning too far over the driveway and needs to come down. It’s… [Read More]
Tim Greifenkamp, CPCU
Tree Care Safety Through Hazard Assessment: 5 Risks You Can’t Afford to Miss
Ask the Expert: Your Burning Questions About Tree Service Insurance Answered
When that 80-foot oak comes crashing down in an unexpected direction, the difference between business as usual and financial disaster often comes down to one thing: proper tree service insurance…. [Read More]
Common Workers’ Compensation Claims in Arboriculture–And How To Prevent Them
Whether it’s rainy and cold, hot and sunny, or blinding snow, tree care professionals have probably seen and worked in it. Adverse conditions, be it due to weather or worksite… [Read More]
Business Liability and Workers Comp Insurance: A Critical Shield for the Physically Demanding Tree Care Industry
Protecting your employees is vital to keeping your small business running. In this article, we’ll cover how Workers’ Compensation can protect your business and employees when an accident occurs…
Economic Benefits Hemp Growing
Are you leaving money on the table in your greenhouse operation? If you haven’t considered hemp cultivation, the answer is likely yes. Since the 2018 Farm Bill, commercial hemp has… [Read More]
How Can Tree Care Businesses Deal with Labor Shortages
Labor shortages are a growing challenge for tree care businesses across the US. Why is there a labor shortage? Well, from visa issues to the seasonal nature of the work,… [Read More]
Should Vines and Climbers be Removed from Trees?
Most tree workers see vine growth on a tree as a simple removal job—a one-time service with modest profit. Smart operators recognize it as an entry point for ongoing management… [Read More]
The Hidden Costs of Cutting Corners on Insurance: What Tree Service Companies Need to Know
The morning starts like any other. Your crew heads out to a residential job—removal of three moderate-sized trees with some overhanging branches. Standard work for your tree service business. Everything’s… [Read More]
Dig Smart, Stay Covered: Why Excavators Need Excess Liability Insurance
Excavation work is not a walk in the park by any means. An unsatisfied client might sue you for any reason, and these claims can put a dent on your… [Read More]
Arborist Crane Safety: Essential Tips for Secure Tree Removal
Power, precision, planning, and above all, safety—these things define using a crane for tree removal. Whether you’re an experienced crane operation arborist or new to the process, mastering arborist crane… [Read More]
